This has been the shortest January I can remember. Is it a matter of perspectives or there is so
much happening that time seems to speed by?
Whatever the reason may be we will continue to focus on our goals for 2023 and beyond and this
time since it’s CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS month, a number of the nuggets will look at
this preventable / manageable cancer. The watch word(s) should be prevention and early
detection of changes.
WHAT CERVICAL CANCER IS
- Cervical cancer is the most preventable of all female cancers. Do the following.
a. Have regular cervical screening tests e.g. once every 3 years depending on
findings
b. Get vaccinated against Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
c. Practice safe sex
d. Live a smoke-free life
e. Eat a balanced diet to help support your immune system
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CERVICAL CANCER
- Signs and symptoms of Cervical Cancer you should not ignore
a. Vaginal bleeding that is abnormal for you
b. Bleeding after sexual intercourse
c. Bleeding between periods
d. Heavier periods than usual
e. Changes in vaginal discharge
f. Pain during sexual intercourse
g. Persistent pain in your pelvis or lower back
RISK FACTORS FOR CERVICAL CANCER
- Risk factors for Cervical Cancer
a. Any woman with a cervix
b. Anyone who is sexually active
c. Anyone with an HPV infection
d. Anyone who smokes and drinks alcohol
e. Family history of cervical cancer
- The Human Papilloma Virus is the most common sexually transmitted infection and is
the cause of almost all cervical cancer (WHO)
- Exercise has that immediate effect of improving your mood, focus and attention. With
increased exercise over your lifetime, you slow the expression of diseases such as
Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- Your thoughts, your feelings, your emotions, your beliefs literally communicate with
every aspect of your biology every second. They all help to determine so much about
your health - Some Longevity Principles
a. Avoid ultra-processed foods
b. Get quality sleep
c. Strength exercises
d. Build community and purpose
e. Practice stress management
- Food is not only a source of energy, joy, connection and pleasure; it can also rejuvenate
us and even reverse disease.
